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BD53 VZJ

2003 MG Zt

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

67,340 mi
Last recorded67,340 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 VZJ
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2016 67,340 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 58,392 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 55,411 miles

nearside front tyre outer edge worn

splitting to offside front tyre inner side wall

Pass 6 Mar 2013 52,464 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 47,453 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs are slightly pitted.

Pass 5 Aug 2009 44,109 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 28,020 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 28,012 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2006 21,881 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zt?

Based on 193,197 MOT tests across 13,994 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,885
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
13,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,540
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,201
Registration plate lamp not working 6,690
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,389
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,593
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BD53 VZJ is a 2003 MG Zt in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 72,493 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD53 VZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this MG Zt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD53 VZJ registered?

BD53 VZJ is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is BD53 VZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 VZJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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